According to Telematics Research Group, 28 major automakers will offer rear seat entertainment (mainly back-seat DVD players) in their new models in 2005. The survey conducted at the North American International Auto Show also shows 27 automakers offering GPS navigation systems.
Automakers offering high-tech solutions | ||
Solution | 2004 | 2005 |
Navigation Systems | 23 | 27 |
Bluetooth Solutions | 7 | 17 |
Rear Seat Entertainment | 19 | 28 |
Monitored Telematics (OnStar, Assist) |
16 | 15 |
Source: ABI Research |